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Are dental service organizations good or bad for dentistry? How are DSOs changing the business of dentistry? The editorial staff at Dentist's Money Digest® wants your opinions. Please take this brief survey to weigh in.

The Identity Theft Resource Center has published a report that says reported data breaches are up 40 percent since 2015. For context, there were 16 reported in 2005. Researchers identified hacking as the main source of data theft in the healthcare industry. But not far behind were employee theft and negligence.

A cruise is a great vacation, provided you choose the right line and ship for you. Looking for luxury plus value? U.S. News & World Report rates Celebrity Cruises as the best for the money. Traveling with kids? Disney tops the list for family cruises and U.S. News ranks Crystal Cruises as the best for couples.

Many investors measure the success or failure of their portfolios based on the performance of a major index, such as the S&P 500. But this might not be the most accurate indicator. Many times, S&P gains arent reflected in individual portfolios. This is because the S&P 500 is market-cap weighted.

Ensuring bond strength and avoiding post-op sensitivity are key for dentists.

When it comes to office renovation and dental cabinetry, planning for the future is critical for the success of your practice.

A research brief published by the American Dental Association's Health Policy institute shows which dental specialists earn the most. The report looked at the average annual income for oral surgeons, endodontists, orthodontists, periodontists and pediatric dentists. The study also looked at how busy the specialists consider themselves to be.

The Fountain of Rings' light water and music show in Centennial Olympic Park is just the beginning. Atlanta's spirit comes through in its museums, including the top-rated High Museum of Art, and its only-in-Atlanta exploration of Civil Rights that includes the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the city's Center for Civil and Human Rights. Check out these sites while you're in town for the Hinman Dental Meeting, March 23-25.

Patients are getting their information about dental practices in new and different ways. Posting videos of satisfied patients is an excellent marketing tool. Patients being videoed should provide three key points on why dental practice is superior. There's no need to be timid about this technology its easier than you think.

Success and failure in adhesive dentistry has much to do with how dentists treat the tooth underneath.

Not taking these things into consideration could be a huge mistake.

The new extra-translucent zirconia material is now available to dental laboratories.

Often doctors are collectors. In fact, some diversify their financial portfolios with fine art, wine or cars. This begs the question, what are collectors aside from sometimes being dentists or physicians? Two philosophers, John Dewey (1859-1952) and Jean Baudrillard (1929-2007), tackled this issue.

Engaging patients in word-of-mouth marketing could be the most cost-effective way to spread the word about your dental practice. Often, the only cost to the dentist with this marketing method is time. Dentists should simply ask patients who have had positive experiences in their practices to provide feedback. The key is having systems in place to streamline that process.

When was the last time you looked at all the fees associated with your 401(k)? How much are they costing you? And, what, exactly, are you paying for? This primer will help you understand where those 401(k) fees are going.

Newly launched discs reportedly optimize chip transport during work on acrylic and veneering ceramics.

The toothbrush reportedly eliminates 99.9 percent of bacteria that builds up on bristles in six hours.

A new study finds links between estrogen therapy and reducing tooth and gum diseases in postmenopausal women.

From bulk fill and curing to manufacturing control, composite technology is changing the way doctors operate.

Ross Segal, D.D.S., believes in treating the whole facial complex. It's a philosophy that has positioned him as one of southern New Jersey's top orthodontists. Segal has accepted and successfully treated numerous cases that others have deemed impossible. He continues to advance the orthodontic field through a commitment to self-discipline and improvement.

Explore Alaska's wildlands via a cruise. Voyages provide easy access to the state's wild places that lack roads. Before sailing, spend time in Anchorage to learn about Alaska's Native nations and to discover Alaska's artists. Along the scenic highway from Anchorage to Seward, admire the snow-capped mountains and Arctic terns. At the Conservation Center, see eagles, black bear, bison and even a grizzly. In Seward, go dog sledding even if there's no snow.

Good news: Personal income is growing nationwide. A recent report from the Pew Charitable Trusts indicates that income has grown by 1.7 percent across the board since the fourth quarter of 2007. The not-so-good news: The average income growth rate over the last 30 years was about 2.8 percent. These are the 10 states where income levels have grown the most since the fourth quarter of 2007.

Protecting your brand identity and reputation is key.

Protecting your brand identity and reputation is key.

Looking for some summer vacation destination ideas? The DMD Top 5 has got you covered. Check out our overview of the best cities to visit in the U.S. Plus, does dentistry have an image problem? A new survey finds that dentists trail other healthcare professionals in perceived honesty. Also, dentistry as a profession faces a looming threat: cyber security breaches. Find out what other stories were the most popular on our website this week.

The parents of a 14-month-old girl who died while under anesthesia last year have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Austin, Texas-based dentist. The parents suspect they were tricked into agreeing to unnecessary dental work for their daughter, a local news station reports. Other industry stories that made national headlines this week include a celebrity dentist who was booted from a flight over an alleged joke about president Donald Trump, and more controversy over the dental therapist role.

Despite soda taxes in some states, Americans are still consuming too many sugar-sweetened beverages. This is according to the latest report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Nearly half of all American adults consume at least one sugar-sweetened beverage daily, the CDC says. Almost two-thirds of children consumed a sugar-sweetened beverage over the same study period. Boys consumed more than girls.

Cruise vacations are booming, especially premium, luxury and river cruises. As a result, don't wait any longer to search for voyages for this summer. To get the cruise lines, ships, itineraries and cabins, you want, think about booking your 2018 sailings soon.

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